What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health Services Coordinator position at Inside Higher Ed?
Instructions To Applicants
PLEASE NOTE: All applications should contain complete job history entries, which includes job title, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor’s name and phone number and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.
Job Title
Health Services Coordinator
Location:
Alpine
Department
Health Services
Job No.
999776
Posting Date
10/20/2025
Until Filled
Yes
Salary
$50,329 Annual
Required
Preferred
SummaryFunction: Provide quality health care to university students.Scope: Coordinate the long-range and daily operations of the Student Health Services.DutiesEssential: Assesses student health concerns. Treats minor illnesses and injuries per physician’s telephone, written or standing order. Directs students to medical provider, hospital and other health care agencies as needed. Educates students on wellness and healthy lifestyles. Responsible for overall management of the university student health service to include preparing the office budget. Orders nursing office supplies and equipment. Develops health service policies and makes recommendations to the dean of student life. Collaborates with local and public healthcare agencies. Provides non prescription medication and administers prescribed emergency drugs as ordered by a licensed physician. Helps with new student orientation. Responsible for monitoring university’s off-campus medical agreement. Workplace instructor for CPR, AED and First Aid Adheres to professional practice standards at all times. Custodian for campus Automated External Defibrillator (AED) units. Assists with nursing labs as needed Tuesdays and Wednesdays 1pm-4pm.Non-Essential. Serves as an ex officio member of the university’s AOD coalition, ADA disabilities and Accident Prevention committees. Makes available information on student health insurance, works closely with other student service areas to provide programs to students. Advises department’s health and wellness peer educator student organization.SupervisionReceived: From VPSA for overall management of the Student Health Services.
Working ConditionsUsual: Health clinic conditions; exempt from overtime provisions; may involve some evening and/or weekend hours; position is Security Sensitive.
Other Information
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
It is the policy of Sul Ross State University to provide equal employment opportunity for all persons in accordance with their individual, job related qualifications and without consideration of race, creed, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status and ancestry. Equal employment opportunities shall be afforded in all personnel actions or decisions including, but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, upgrading, promotion, demotion, termination and salary. Retaliation is prohibited against a person who opposes a discriminatory practice, files a charge, testifies, assists or participates in an investigative proceeding or hearing.
Notice of Availability of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report
The Annual Security & Fire Safety Report is available online at https://srinfo.sulross.edu/udps/The report contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.A paper copy of the report will be provided upon request. If you would like to receive a paper copy, you can contact the Office of Student Life, located on the Alpine Campus in the Morgan University Center, Room 211 or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling 432-837-8424 or emailing stulife@sulross.edu
About SRSU
Our campuses span a fascinating part of Texas—Alpine, in the heart of the beautiful Big Bend area, and Del Rio, Eagle Pass and Uvalde along the vibrant, bicultural Texas/Mexico border.
What you’ve heard is true – there is something very special about the areas we serve in our great State, and Sul Ross State University is vital to the continued growth and progress of our students and the communities we serve.
Sul Ross State provides students with the education they need to translate their passions into a fulfilling career. This life-changing experience has a multi-generational impact, transforming the lives of our students, their families and positively impacting the communities in which they reside. We value learning and strive to provide high quality education in a welcoming, supportive environment. We take pride in the fact that we serve a diverse population including many first-generation college students as well as non-traditional students, international students, student-athletes and graduate students.
From teaching, coaching and law enforcement, to science, ranch management and the Fine Arts, SRSU offers more than 60 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Known as the Frontier University of Texas, Sul Ross encourages each student to explore their own frontiers and to exceed their educational, personal and professional goals.
For more information about how we’re strategizing for the future, I invite you to visit www.sulross.edu.
PLEASE NOTE: All applications should contain complete job history entries, which includes job title, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor’s name and phone number and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.
Job Title
Health Services Coordinator
Location:
Alpine
Department
Health Services
Job No.
999776
Posting Date
10/20/2025
Until Filled
Yes
Salary
$50,329 Annual
Required
- Registered or Licensed nurse from an accredited school, Texas Nursing License, CPR certifications; ability to get CPR and First Aid Instructor certification within six months.
- One to two years experience in office nursing or minimum two years hospital experience.
- General knowledge of common illnesses and injuries, familiarity with over-the-counter and commonly prescribed medications; knowledge of budgeting processes; excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to speak publicly before large and small groups.
Preferred
- Registered nurse from an accredited school with Texas License .
- Emphasis in assessment and care of acute illnesses and physical injuries plus small office management skills.
- Typing and computer skills.
SummaryFunction: Provide quality health care to university students.Scope: Coordinate the long-range and daily operations of the Student Health Services.DutiesEssential: Assesses student health concerns. Treats minor illnesses and injuries per physician’s telephone, written or standing order. Directs students to medical provider, hospital and other health care agencies as needed. Educates students on wellness and healthy lifestyles. Responsible for overall management of the university student health service to include preparing the office budget. Orders nursing office supplies and equipment. Develops health service policies and makes recommendations to the dean of student life. Collaborates with local and public healthcare agencies. Provides non prescription medication and administers prescribed emergency drugs as ordered by a licensed physician. Helps with new student orientation. Responsible for monitoring university’s off-campus medical agreement. Workplace instructor for CPR, AED and First Aid Adheres to professional practice standards at all times. Custodian for campus Automated External Defibrillator (AED) units. Assists with nursing labs as needed Tuesdays and Wednesdays 1pm-4pm.Non-Essential. Serves as an ex officio member of the university’s AOD coalition, ADA disabilities and Accident Prevention committees. Makes available information on student health insurance, works closely with other student service areas to provide programs to students. Advises department’s health and wellness peer educator student organization.SupervisionReceived: From VPSA for overall management of the Student Health Services.
Working ConditionsUsual: Health clinic conditions; exempt from overtime provisions; may involve some evening and/or weekend hours; position is Security Sensitive.
Other Information
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
It is the policy of Sul Ross State University to provide equal employment opportunity for all persons in accordance with their individual, job related qualifications and without consideration of race, creed, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status and ancestry. Equal employment opportunities shall be afforded in all personnel actions or decisions including, but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, upgrading, promotion, demotion, termination and salary. Retaliation is prohibited against a person who opposes a discriminatory practice, files a charge, testifies, assists or participates in an investigative proceeding or hearing.
Notice of Availability of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report
The Annual Security & Fire Safety Report is available online at https://srinfo.sulross.edu/udps/The report contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.A paper copy of the report will be provided upon request. If you would like to receive a paper copy, you can contact the Office of Student Life, located on the Alpine Campus in the Morgan University Center, Room 211 or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling 432-837-8424 or emailing stulife@sulross.edu
About SRSU
Our campuses span a fascinating part of Texas—Alpine, in the heart of the beautiful Big Bend area, and Del Rio, Eagle Pass and Uvalde along the vibrant, bicultural Texas/Mexico border.
What you’ve heard is true – there is something very special about the areas we serve in our great State, and Sul Ross State University is vital to the continued growth and progress of our students and the communities we serve.
Sul Ross State provides students with the education they need to translate their passions into a fulfilling career. This life-changing experience has a multi-generational impact, transforming the lives of our students, their families and positively impacting the communities in which they reside. We value learning and strive to provide high quality education in a welcoming, supportive environment. We take pride in the fact that we serve a diverse population including many first-generation college students as well as non-traditional students, international students, student-athletes and graduate students.
From teaching, coaching and law enforcement, to science, ranch management and the Fine Arts, SRSU offers more than 60 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Known as the Frontier University of Texas, Sul Ross encourages each student to explore their own frontiers and to exceed their educational, personal and professional goals.
For more information about how we’re strategizing for the future, I invite you to visit www.sulross.edu.
Salary : $50,329